The Utah Jazz unofficially began their 2026-27 season during Media Day at the team's practice facility on Monday, September 29, 2026. Following an offseason involving roster adjustments and a group trip to Finland, players and team officials discussed the team's upcoming goals and internal development.
Multiple flood watches are in effect across various Utah regions, including Southwest Utah and the San Rafael Swell, as excessive rainfall continues to pose a threat. The National Weather Service Salt Lake City indicates that heavy rain and saturated ground may lead to flooding in low-lying areas and along waterways.
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No. 10 BYU is scheduled to play its first road Big 12 game of the 2026 season against TCU on Saturday, October 3. The matchup will take place at Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, Texas.
Joshua Schutz / Shutterstock Sept. 27, 2026, 7:33 PM MDT By Dennis Romero A 27-year-old BASE jumper died Sunday after his wingsuit failed when he launched from a 700-foot perch in Utah, authorities said. On today's jump, something went wrong and he did not have enough lift with his wingsuit, Peck said.
The U.S. Senate agreed to an amendment regarding the relationship of a specific act to existing law. The vote, identified as Roll Call Vote 245, passed with a significant majority.
NBA teams met with the media on Monday, September 28, 2026, to prepare for the upcoming 2026-27 season. The event featured various player arrivals and coaching insights as teams gear up for the new campaign starting October 20.
The Utah Jazz enter the 2026-27 NBA season with a $180.5 million payroll, exceeding the salary cap by $15.6 million. Led by CEO Danny Ainge, the team faces a hard cap at the first apron and relies on exceptions for roster moves.
Utah Jazz players including Keyonte George and Lauri Markkanen participated in a Reddit AMA during 2026 Media Day. The session featured discussions regarding player development, team chemistry, and individual goals for the upcoming season.
The Pac-12 Conference announced its football weekly awards for Week 4 of the 2026 season, featuring representatives from four different schools. Two programs earned their first ever Pac-12 weekly awards during this period.
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – A federal grand jury in Salt Lake City, Utah, returned a four-count indictment charging an Assistant Special Agent in Charge for the United States Department of Agriculture Office of the Inspector General (USDA-OIG), with defrauding the United States out of more than $50,000 in disability pay. USDA-OIG
Castleview Hospital has opened Utah's first rural behavioral health unit, providing specialized mental health services to underserved regions. This new facility addresses critical gaps in mental health care for rural populations across several Utah counties.
A report released in August 2026 by the Utah Department of Health and Human Services provides data-driven strategies for families and schools to protect youth. The research highlights significant risk factors and offers recommendations to prevent suicide among young people.
Antelope Elementary is seeking one to two additional parents or guardians to join the Antelope Elementary Community Council. The next council meeting is scheduled for October 8 at 3:45 PM.
Weber State volleyball secured a victory at Idaho on Saturday, while the women's soccer team concluded its nonconference schedule with a home win against Colorado State. Additionally, the WSU dance squad earned gold and silver at an international championship in Mexico City.
Wayshawn Parker was named the Big 12 Offensive Player of the Week following a high-performing game against Iowa State. The junior running back recorded 239 all-purpose yards and three touchdowns during the victory.
A GAO report found that the Department of Education's suspension of comprehensive monitoring for the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) increases the risk of undetected fraud, waste, and abuse. The report also identified significant reliability issues in federal chronic absenteeism data due to mismatched reporting timeframes.
Antelope Elementary is seeking one to two additional parents or guardians to join the Antelope Elementary Community Council. The next council meeting is scheduled for Oct. 8 at 3:45 PM.
Utah State University Extension is hosting the Wildfire Ready Utah webinar series this fall to help Utah communities prepare for increasing wildfire risks. The online learning series features experts discussing evacuation planning, emergency response, and the impact of wildfires on insurance rates.
Charlie Kirk had been shot, the gunman was still at large, and Utah Valley University’s first campuswide alert, sent 19 minutes later, told people a suspect was in custody. The person detained was not the shooter.
Weber State suffered a 44-41 home loss to Portland State on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, despite recording 703 yards of offense. The Wildcats' offensive performance marked the sixth-highest yardage total in program history.
Powder Mountain Ski Resort will open for the 2026-27 ski season on Dec. 11, according to a September 27 report. The resort is introducing new programming and infrastructure improvements, including the Powder Pathways Program and the completion of the DMI Lift.
The Sherry Black Foundation presents a one day conference designed to provide families resources and emerging technologies for finding answers and justices on missing and unsolved cases. No victim should be forgotten. No family should wait alone.
The Utah Department of Transportation is conducting fiber optic installation and paving work along SR-9 and US-89. These projects, part of the Zion Canyon Fiber Optics Project, include various construction activities through October 22 and December 2026.
No. 15 Utah defeated Iowa State 31-17 in a game held on Sept. 26, 2026. Wayshawn Parker contributed significantly to the victory for the Utah team.
Willowcreek Middle School announced its participation in the Statewide Read-A-Thon. Students will participate during Pride Time in classes selected via the RTI Scheduler.
A Utah snow report from September 23 indicated quiet weather for the weekend, though a cooler trough could bring showers and high elevation snow early next week. Utah's fall events, including culinary festivals and mountain biking, are currently in full swing.
Pineview Reservoir storage has dropped to just 2% of its normal capacity as of September 26, 2026, amid ongoing efforts to modernize Ogden's aging water infrastructure. While construction continues on critical pipelines to secure water for 111,000 residents, the reservoir faces significant drought conditions.
Lone Peak High School will host an Open Lab Afternoon on October 7 to assist students with college applications as part of Utah College Application Week.
Austin Ainge, the President of Basketball Operations for the Utah Jazz, expressed optimism regarding the team's 2026-27 season in a report published September 25. Ainge highlighted the development of key players and recent roster changes intended to improve the team's competitiveness in the Western Conference.
Running back Wayshawn Parker recorded a career-high 239 yards from scrimmage and three touchdowns to lead No. 15 Utah to a 31-17 victory over Iowa State on Sept. 26, 2026. The win keeps the Utes undefeated at 4-0 and extends their national-leading streak of 10 consecutive games scoring 30 or more points.
The closure is to provide for public and firefighter safety during the implementation of Red Ryder Prescribed Fire Project. The Sinks Road (Forest Service Road #20055) will be closed during active fire ignitions.
By Laura López González “You’re not crazy,” the chatbot reassured the young woman. “You’re at the edge of something.”
University of Utah Health and Intermountain Health Primary Children’s Hospital are expanding specialized care, research, and clinical expertise for children facing pediatric pulmonary hypertension and complex cardiac conditions across the Mountain West.
Foxboro Elementary students and faculty at the Utah State Capitol Sept. The school was recognized for excellence in French Immersion education. (Becky Ginos/Davis Journal) SALT LAKE CITY—Students in the French Dual Language Immersion program at Foxboro Elementary gathered at the Capitol Friday, to honor the school’s recent distinction as a recipient of the Label France Éducation.
TWIN FALLS, Idaho - The 12th-ranked CSI Volleyball team got off to a roaring start in Scenic West play defeating USU-Eastern 25-15, 25-13, 25-17 on Friday night
News Release 2026-29 | April 17, 2026 OCC Issues Updated Model Risk Management Guidance WASHINGTON—The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) today, in coordination with the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System…
In a report published September 25, the kitchen staff at Real Salt Lake and the Utah Royals were highlighted for their role in fueling athletes through cultural culinary traditions. The predominantly Hispanic staff focuses on nutrition and hospitality to support players, including academy athletes living away from their families.
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